Early Childhood Educator

Job Description

Languages
English

Education
College/CEGEP

Experience
1 year to less than 2 years

Work setting
Child care centre
Day care centre or nursery school

Responsibilities

Tasks
Develop and implement child-care programs that support and promote the physical, cognitive, emotional and social development of children
Assist early childhood educators or supervisors in keeping records
Engage children in activities by telling stories, teaching songs and preparing crafts
provide opportunities to express creativity through the media of art, dramatic play, music and physical activity
Guide and assist children in the development of proper eating, dressing and toilet habits
Maintain daycare equipment and assist in housekeeping and cooking duties
Prepare snacks and arrange rooms or furniture for lunch and rest periods
Observe children for signs of potential learning or behavioural problems and prepare reports for parents, guardians or supervisor
Submit written observations on children to early childhood educators or supervisors
Assess the abilities, interests and needs of children and discuss progress or problems with parents and other staff members
Plan and maintain an environment that protects the health, security and well-being of children
Plan and organize activities for school-age children in child-care programs before and after regular school hours

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
Child development assistant (ECE level 1)

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities
Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Personal suitability
Punctuality
Dependability
Efficient interpersonal skills
Excellent oral communication
Excellent written communication
Reliability
Values and ethics